Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 2 |
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1. Correction to the Application. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0. Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCPCM2045A Handle and store plumbing materials. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012. |
Application
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely handle and store plumbing materials and identify and address environmental concerns and associated hazards, including the disposal of waste.
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Pre-requisite Unit
CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
Unit Sector
Plumbing
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe what needs to be done to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Prepare for work. |
1.1 |
Obtain, interpret and apply workplace, work health and safety (WHS), environmental and waste management requirements. |
1.2 |
Select tools and equipment for handling and storing materials, goods and non-hazardous waste and liquids consistent with safe work requirements. |
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1.3 |
Check serviceability of selected tools and equipment and report any faults. |
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1.4 |
Select personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure it is correctly fitted and used according to the requirements of the job. |
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2 |
Manage storage of materials. |
2.1 |
Identify and store materials clear of traffic ways, for ease of identification and retrieval and prevention of damage and cross-contamination according to legislative, manufacturer’s specifications and workplace requirements. |
2.2 |
Erect signage and barricades to isolate stored materials from workplace traffic or access. |
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3 |
Store and transport materials. |
3.1 |
Store and transport materials safely according to safety data sheets (SDS) and statutory and regulatory authorities' requirements. |
3.2 |
Identify hazardous material for separate storage and transport including appropriate signage, markings and safety precautions. |
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4 |
Clean up. |
4.1 |
Clear the work area and dispose of spilt liquids and waste material and reuse or recycle materials in accordance with environmental and workplace requirements. |
4.2 |
Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure. |
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4.3 |
Record and report relevant safety information in accordance with workplace requirements. |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCPCM2045A Handle and store plumbing materials.
Links
Companion volumes to this training package are available at the VETNet website - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=7e15fa6a-68b8-4097-b099-030a5569b1ad